How to get from Aberdeen to Dufftown by bus and train?

From Aberdeen to Dufftown by bus and train

To get from Aberdeen to Dufftown in Dufftown, take the SCOTRAIL train from Aberdeen station to Elgin station. Next, take the 36 bus from New Elgin Road, New Elgin station to The Clock Tower, Dufftown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Aberdeen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dufftown on the Moovit app.

173min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 3636
Walk to Dufftown
Leaves from Aberdeen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aberdeen
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    86 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    New Elgin Road, New Elgin
    ID 638050491
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Dufftown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Clock Tower, Dufftown
    ID 638052391
    49 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dufftown
    Walk to
    Dufftown
    The Square
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Aberdeen to Dufftown by bus

To get from Aberdeen to Dufftown in Dufftown, take the M96 bus from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station to Bus Station, Elgin station. Next, take the 36 bus from Bus Station, Elgin station to The Clock Tower, Dufftown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 8 min. The bus and train schedule from Aberdeen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dufftown on the Moovit app.

188min
Walk to bus station
Bus - M96M96
Bus - 3636
Walk to Dufftown
Leaves from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070041
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - M96M96
    Wait for bus
    M96
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Elgin
    ID 638053541
    123 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Dufftown
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Clock Tower, Dufftown
    ID 638052391
    55 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dufftown
    Walk to
    Dufftown
    The Square
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberdeen to Dufftown

The distance between Aberdeen and Dufftown is approximately 149.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 173 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberdeen to Dufftown by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dufftown – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Aberdeen to Dufftown

To check the bus and train schedule from Aberdeen to Dufftown using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aberdeen) and destination (Dufftown), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Aberdeen to Dufftown by bus

To get from Aberdeen to Dufftown in Dufftown, take the M96 bus from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station to Bus Station, Elgin station. Next, take the 36 bus from Bus Station, Elgin station to The Clock Tower, Dufftown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 8 min. The bus and train schedule from Aberdeen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dufftown on the Moovit app.

188min
Walk to bus station
Bus - M96M96
Bus - 3636
Walk to Dufftown
Leaves from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070041
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - M96M96
    Wait for bus
    M96
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Elgin
    ID 638053541
    123 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Dufftown
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Clock Tower, Dufftown
    ID 638052391
    55 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dufftown
    Walk to
    Dufftown
    The Square
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Dufftown?

    The fastest way takes 173 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 36.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Aberdeen to Dufftown?

    The alternative route takes 188 minutes, using Bus line M96, Bus line 36.

  • Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Dufftown?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Aberdeen to Dufftown?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverness station near Aberdeen in Scotland to Elgin station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Elgin station near Dufftown.

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberdeen to Dufftown by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Aberdeen and Dufftown by train and bus is about 2 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Aberdeen to get to Dufftown?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Inverness station near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Aberdeen and Dufftown?

    Get off the train at the Elgin stop, which is closest to Dufftown.

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